Alternator removal P1 '99

[IllusionX]

Originally Posted by CTScott

Assumed, but a very good point that it must be done before disconnecting the alternator, or one is sure to pop the ALT fusible link.

does it? alternator does nothing when it's not spinning.

[barryware]

Originally Posted by IllusionX

does it? alternator does nothing when it's not spinning.

the heavy red wire that attach's to the single stud on the alternator with the plastic cap is always "hot" if the ignition is on or not (alternator spinning or not) so it is best to disconnect the battery.